History crossword worksheets challenge students with vocabulary from world history — ancient civilizations, medieval Europe, the age of exploration, revolutions, and 20th-century events. Clues use historical context and dates, making these ideal for history class support and academic English preparation.
Puzzle 1 of 3
History Part 1 Crossword
21 words
Across
1. Belonging to the very distant past.
5. A record of historical events in order.
9. A country ruled by a king or queen.
10. A male ruler of an empire.
11. A territory controlled by another country.
15. The study of the human past through remains and artifacts.
18. A weapon with a long metal blade.
19. A collection of historical records.
20. A grand residence of a ruler.
21. A formal agreement between countries.
Down
2. A line showing events in the order they happened.
3. A protective object used in battle.
4. A king, queen, or emperor.
6. A building used for religious worship.
7. Traditions, monuments, or objects passed down from the past.
8. A large organized force trained for war.
12. A structure built to remember a person or event.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do these History crossword puzzles come with answers?
Yes. Every puzzle in the History PDF has its own answer key page, printed after the puzzle pages, so you can mark work quickly or let students self-check.
How many puzzles are in the History crossword PDF?
The PDF contains 3 printable crossword puzzles with up to 25 words each, plus a matching answer key for each puzzle.
What level are these History crosswords?
Difficulty: B1–B2. Recommended for: Middle & high school, history class support, academic English.
Can I make a History crossword with my own word list?
Yes. Paste your own words and clues into the free crossword generator on our homepage to build a custom puzzle and download it as a print-ready PDF.